July 2021 in “International Ophthalmology” Female hair loss patients more likely to have dry eye and gland issues.
October 2020 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Topical finasteride with EGCG or TA improves drug release and dermal uptake, potentially treating hair loss effectively.
July 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Using your own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can effectively treat hair loss, increasing hair density and width with no side effects.
January 2020 in “Archives of urology” Finasteride, a drug used for certain conditions, can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, and increased diabetes risk, and there's a need for more awareness and research about these effects.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” A 37-year-old man with hair loss and skin issues was successfully treated with oral antibiotics, highlighting the need for early treatment. Long-term care includes low-dose antibiotics and avoiding caps and wigs.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride improved hidradenitis suppurativa in kids without side effects.
May 2004 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Atopic dermatitis may have genetic causes and can be treated with pharmacologic methods, glycerin creams, and controlling Staphylococcus aureus colonization.
June 1996 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil, tretinoin, and finasteride may help hair regrowth in mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia.
27 citations,
June 2017 in “Expert opinion on investigational drugs” New anti-acne medications are being tested to offer alternatives to current treatments.
9 citations,
June 2020 in “Trials” The trial aims to test if spironolactone is an effective acne treatment for women without the side effects of current treatments.
8 citations,
March 2010 in “Chinese medical journal/Chinese Medical Journal” Malassezia infection may cause refractory acne, and antifungal treatments can help.
January 2024 in “JEADV clinical practice” Gender-affirming dermatology treatments generally improve mental well-being for transgender individuals, but more research is needed.
April 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Certain surgical methods are better than routine incision for hidradenitis suppurativa, topical clindamycin and acitretin are effective treatments, men with HS have a risk of skin cancer, HS patients are more likely to die from heart problems, and specific genetic markers are linked to treatment response.
June 2012 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” No established treatment effectively stops inflammation and prevents hair loss in folliculitis decalvans.
90 citations,
April 2013 in “Dermatology online journal” Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.
35 citations,
October 2003 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser therapy on darker skin has higher risks and needs expert handling.
26 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists are important in helping transgender people with skin issues and physical changes during their transition.
26 citations,
January 2005 in “PubMed” RUM-loaded SLN shows promise for treating acne and hair loss topically.
14 citations,
January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” Some cases of folliculotropic mycosis fungoides may progress slowly and not need aggressive treatment.
8 citations,
September 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some diets and supplements might help with skin disorders, but their effectiveness varies and more research is needed.
7 citations,
June 2000 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Foam corticosteroid covers as well as traditional forms.
6 citations,
January 2007 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” The article concludes that careful examination is crucial for the timely diagnosis and treatment of a rare scalp condition in an Aboriginal Canadian teenager.
6 citations,
March 1990 in “The American journal of cosmetic surgery” 5 citations,
January 2013 in “PubMed” Green tea may help with various skin conditions and protect the skin when taken orally or applied topically, but its effectiveness is not always proven.
2 citations,
July 2021 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Exposure to the hair loss drug finasteride during pregnancy can cause genital anomalies in male babies, but not in female babies. It's best to avoid this drug in women who could potentially become pregnant.
1 citations,
August 2022 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Botox injections may be a safe and effective way to treat severe, itchy skin disease when other treatments fail.
1 citations,
April 1992 in “PubMed” The document describes the signs of different common types of hair loss.
September 2024 in “Cosmoderma” Biotin doesn't help hair growth in healthy people and can cause health risks if overused.
June 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Higher homocysteine levels may inhibit hair growth and are linked to androgenetic alopecia.
Some medications, including retinoids, antifungals, and psychotropic drugs, can cause reversible hair loss if stopped or doses are reduced.